Bruce Prichard set to retire from WWE after WrestleMania 43
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Bruce Prichard will retire from his role at WWE following WrestleMania 43, as reported on November 2, 2026. Prichard, WWE's executive director of creative writing and talent, will remain with the company in a consulting capacity. He is reportedly dealing with health issues requiring serious surgery, specifically neck surgery related to a past injury sustained in 1991. Shawn Michaels is expected to take over Prichard's responsibilities as he is currently the Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Creative.
- •Prichard will retire following WrestleMania 43.
- •He will continue with WWE as a consultant post-retirement.
- •Prichard is facing serious health issues requiring surgery.
- •Shawn Michaels is expected to succeed Prichard in his role.
- •The surgery is connected to an injury from 1991.
- 5:16 PMWrestling Inc — Dave Meltzer Provides Details On Upcoming WWE Retirement Of Bruce Prichard
"Bruce Prichard is reportedly retiring from WWE after WrestleMania 43. Dave Meltzer provided more details related to Prichard's retirement.
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